Sr. Benefits Specialist

Are you a benefits expert who thrives on precision, strategy, and service? We’re looking for a Senior Benefits Specialist to lead the day-to-day administration and long-term evolution of our employee benefits and retirement programs.

In this role, you’ll serve as the subject matter expert for all things benefits—partnering with leadership, vendors, and employees to deliver a high-quality, compliant, and forward-thinking benefits experience.

• Administer and oversee medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and retirement plans (DB & DC).
• Lead annual open enrollment—from planning and carrier negotiations to communications and reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Manage vendor and broker relationships, including performance monitoring and RFP processes.
• Support audits and Form 5500 preparation.
• Analyze benefits data and trends to inform strategy and recommendations.
• Develop clear, engaging benefits communications and training materials.
• Ensure data integrity across HRIS, payroll, and benefit carriers.
• Partner with HR leadership to refine and strengthen the overall benefits strategy.

• 5+ years of benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of retirement plans (defined benefit and defined contribution).
• Experience with multi-state compliance.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Solid understanding of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

This position plays a critical role in supporting employee well-being, retention, and engagement. You’ll help shape a benefits program that balances compliance, cost-effectiveness, and employee experience—while serving as a trusted advisor across the organization.

If you’re analytical, strategic, and passionate about delivering a best-in-class benefits experience, we’d love to connect.

Location:
The successful candidate will work in a hybrid capacity between our Home Office in Enumclaw, WA, and remotely. Candidate must live within driving distance of our Home Office and have high-speed internet (internet speed test required).

* The hiring range represents Mutual of Enumclaw’s current hiring pay scale for this role. Mutual of Enumclaw reserves the right to modify or update this range any time. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. Compensation is only one part of our entire total rewards package. To see some of the benefits and perks we offer, please .